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Old 1 November 2013, 02:09 AM   #1
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You never actually own a Rolex...
You merely take care of it for the next generation. (forget Patek!)



This watch I inherited from my father when I was 14 years old, when he upgraded to a Day-Date President. I couldn't really wear it then, so it sat safely in a drawer until a few months ago. I just got it back from its first service in over 25 years. My dad's been gone now over 13 years, but now I can be reminded of him every time I check the time.

For the curious, the Day-Date's still in a drawer; I'm waiting for when I make partner.
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Old 2 November 2013, 06:48 AM   #2
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Very cool! enjoy it in good health
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Old 2 November 2013, 06:50 AM   #3
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Now that's a great story. Beautiful watch too. Thanks!
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Old 2 November 2013, 06:53 AM   #4
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watches with history are great
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Old 2 November 2013, 06:30 PM   #5
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Now that's a great story. Beautiful watch too. Thanks!
I agree. The watch will always keep your father in your heart,
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Old 3 November 2013, 01:49 AM   #6
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That is a great story!
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Old 3 November 2013, 03:37 AM   #7
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Thanks for sharing that story. Wear it in good health!
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Old 3 November 2013, 03:45 AM   #8
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Great heirloom!
My favorite DJ combo
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Old 3 November 2013, 04:19 AM   #9
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Its a beauty...thanks dad:)
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Old 3 November 2013, 12:21 PM   #10
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Great story! Wear it well!
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Old 3 November 2013, 06:42 PM   #11
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As stylish today as on the day your farther bought it!
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Old 4 November 2013, 12:37 AM   #12
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watches with history are great
Agreed. Wear it with pride and holding the DD for celebrating making partner is a great idea.
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Old 4 November 2013, 12:41 AM   #13
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What a nice history. Congrats.
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Old 4 November 2013, 02:57 AM   #14
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Old 4 November 2013, 03:50 AM   #15
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Beautiful memory . . .
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Old 4 November 2013, 04:36 AM   #16
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inheriting a watch from a loved one for a man is great, something that he can always bring with him and look at and always remember.......very touching!
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Old 4 November 2013, 05:29 AM   #17
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Very nice watch indeed - enjoy and good luck!
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Old 5 November 2013, 08:53 PM   #18
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great story & great watch too , thanks for sharing :)
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Old 6 November 2013, 06:31 AM   #19
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Old 6 November 2013, 11:03 AM   #20
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Great story! Enjoy the DJ!
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Old 6 November 2013, 12:15 PM   #21
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What a wonderful gift your father passed on to you. I'm not talking about the watch per say but the gift of remembering him every time you look at it.

I intend to do the same for my two sons.
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Old 8 November 2013, 06:47 AM   #22
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Check Out This Pic
Thought you might like to see who else wears that very same Datejust.
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Old 9 November 2013, 12:16 AM   #23
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I wish my dad wore watches, I'm still buying him a Rolex for his 60th bday. Maybe his 55th if I save up in time
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Old 11 November 2013, 01:18 AM   #24
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Nice watch, great memories.
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Old 20 November 2013, 12:42 PM   #25
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Old 20 November 2013, 10:57 PM   #26
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Great story, great pic, wonderful heirloom!
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Old 21 November 2013, 12:38 AM   #27
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Great story, great pic, wonderful heirloom!
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Old 24 November 2013, 06:32 AM   #28
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priceless.
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Old 24 November 2013, 07:52 AM   #29
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Your Dad had great taste, a beautiful watch indeed.
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Old 25 November 2013, 12:56 AM   #30
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